Opportunity Information: Apply for EDA06222009EDAP
Apply for EDA06222009EDAP
- The Economic Development Administration in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) regional development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Economic Development Assistance Programs" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 11.300 Investments for Public Works and Economic Development Facilities 11.302 Economic DevelopmentSupport for Planning Organizations 11.303 Economic DevelopmentTechnical Assistance 11.307 Economic Adjustment Assistance 11.313 Trade Adjustment Assistance for Firms.
- This funding opportunity was created on Nov 15, 2010 and posted on Jun 24, 2009.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jan 21, 2011 Applications are accepted on a continuing basis and processed as received. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Eligible applicants include: Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Special district governments Private institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education County governments Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification) City or township governments.
- Pursuant to PWEDA, eligible applicants for and eligible recipients of EDA investment assistance include a(n) (i) District Organization (ii) Indian Tribe or a consortium of Indian Tribes (iii) State, a city or other political subdivision of a State, including a special purpose unit of a State or local government engaged in economic or infrastructure development activities, or a consortium of political subdivisions (iv) institution of higher education or a consortium of institutions of higher education or (v) public or private non profit organization or association acting in cooperation with officials of a political subdivision of a State. See section 3 of PWEDA (42 U.S.C. 3122) and 13 C.F.R. 300.3. EDA is not authorized to provide grants directly to individuals or to for profit entities seeking to start or expand a private business. Such requests may be referred to State or local agencies, or to non profit economic development organizations serving the region in which the project will be located.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Economic Development Assistance Programs opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number EDA06222009EDAP) is a discretionary grant program from the U.S. Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration (EDA). It is designed to advance EDAs mission of strengthening regional economies, especially in areas facing persistent economic distress such as chronic high unemployment and low per capita income. The central purpose is to help communities build the conditions for long term growth by supporting efforts that promote innovation, entrepreneurship, and increased private capital investment, with an emphasis on creating and retaining higher skill, higher wage jobs for unemployed and underemployed workers.
Under this announcement, EDA is specifically soliciting applications for two related programs: the Planning Program and the Local Technical Assistance Program. The Planning Program funds planning organizations, including EDA-designated District Organizations and federally recognized Indian Tribes, to develop, implement, revise, or replace a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS). In practice, this means helping regions do the coordinated, evidence-based planning work that underpins strong economic development decisions, such as assessing local conditions, setting regional priorities, aligning partners, and identifying feasible projects. Planning awards can also support related short-term planning investments and certain state planning efforts intended to position distressed regions for job creation and economic resilience.
The Local Technical Assistance Program is aimed at practical problem-solving and capacity building. Its focus is on closing knowledge and information gaps that can keep public and nonprofit leaders in distressed regions from making the best possible economic development decisions. This can include targeted research, data analysis, feasibility work, strategy development, or other technical inputs that help communities choose smarter investments, respond to changing economic conditions, and strengthen the effectiveness of local and regional development organizations.
Eligibility is broad, but it is oriented toward public-purpose and community-based entities rather than individuals or private businesses. Eligible applicants include District Organizations; Indian Tribes or consortia of Tribes; states; cities, counties, and other political subdivisions (including special purpose units involved in economic or infrastructure development); institutions of higher education (public or private) and consortia of institutions; and public or private nonprofit organizations or associations acting in cooperation with officials of a political subdivision of a state. The announcement makes clear that EDA is not authorized to award grants directly to individuals or to for-profit entities seeking to start or expand a private business, though such requests may be redirected to state or local agencies or nonprofit economic development organizations in the region.
This funding opportunity includes a cost sharing or matching requirement, meaning applicants should plan to contribute a portion of project costs from non-federal sources in line with EDA rules under the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 (PWEDA) and EDA regulations (including 13 C.F.R. 300.3). The funding activity category is listed as "Other" with a regional development focus, reflecting EDAs role in supporting place-based economic development strategies and capacity across regions rather than a single narrow program area.
Applications were accepted on a continuing basis and processed as received, with the posting date of June 24, 2009. The original closing date is listed as September 30, 2010, and the current closing date as January 21, 2011, also indicating rolling intake and review during the active period of the announcement, with an archive date of March 31, 2011. The opportunity is associated with multiple CFDA program numbers that reflect EDAs broader suite of investments, including planning support (11.302), technical assistance (11.303), and related EDA assistance programs such as public works and economic adjustment.
Finally, the announcement notes an important timing detail: EDA had posted a separate FY 2011 Federal Funding Opportunity (dated October 14, 2010) for Public Works, Economic Adjustment Assistance, and the Global Climate Change Mitigation Incentive Fund Programs, accessible through EDA and Grants.gov under a different opportunity number (EDA10142010EDAP). It also states that EDA expected to publish a FY 2011 Planning and Local Technical Assistance funding announcement specific to those programs shortly thereafter, signaling that applicants should watch for an updated, program-specific solicitation. For access issues with the full announcement, the contact listed is Lindsey Pangretic at grants@eda.doc.gov.
Economic Development Assistance Programs (EDA06222009EDAP) - FAQs
What is this funding opportunity?
The Economic Development Assistance Programs opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number EDA06222009EDAP) is a discretionary grant program from the U.S. Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration (EDA). It supports place-based economic development efforts designed to strengthen regional economies, particularly in areas experiencing persistent economic distress.
What is the main purpose of the program?
The central purpose is to help communities build the conditions for long-term economic growth by supporting efforts that promote innovation, entrepreneurship, and increased private capital investment, with an emphasis on creating and retaining higher-skill, higher-wage jobs for unemployed and underemployed workers.
What types of economic challenges is EDA targeting through this opportunity?
This opportunity is intended to advance regional economies in areas facing persistent economic distress, including chronic high unemployment and low per capita income.
Which specific programs is EDA soliciting applications for under this announcement?
Under this announcement, EDA is specifically soliciting applications for two related programs: the Planning Program and the Local Technical Assistance Program.
What does the Planning Program fund?
The Planning Program funds planning organizations to develop, implement, revise, or replace a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS). These awards support coordinated, evidence-based regional planning work such as assessing local conditions, setting regional priorities, aligning partners, and identifying feasible projects. Planning awards may also support related short-term planning investments and certain state planning efforts intended to position distressed regions for job creation and economic resilience.
What is a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) in the context of this opportunity?
Within this opportunity, a CEDS is the coordinated, evidence-based planning framework that helps a region assess conditions, set priorities, align partners, and identify feasible economic development projects to support stronger long-term decision-making.
Who can apply for Planning Program funding?
The Planning Program funds planning organizations, including EDA-designated District Organizations and federally recognized Indian Tribes, to carry out CEDS-related planning activities.
What does the Local Technical Assistance Program fund?
The Local Technical Assistance Program supports practical problem-solving and capacity building to close knowledge and information gaps that can prevent public and nonprofit leaders in distressed regions from making the best possible economic development decisions. This can include targeted research, data analysis, feasibility work, strategy development, or other technical inputs to help communities choose smarter investments and respond to changing economic conditions.
What kinds of activities are examples of "technical assistance" under this announcement?
Examples described in the announcement include targeted research, data analysis, feasibility work, and strategy development, along with other technical inputs intended to strengthen local and regional development decision-making and organizational effectiveness.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants include:
- EDA-designated District Organizations
- Indian Tribes or consortia of Tribes
- States
- Cities, counties, and other political subdivisions (including special purpose units involved in economic or infrastructure development)
- Institutions of higher education (public or private) and consortia of institutions
- Public or private nonprofit organizations or associations acting in cooperation with officials of a political subdivision of a state
Are individuals eligible to receive grants directly through this opportunity?
No. The announcement states that EDA is not authorized to award grants directly to individuals.
Can a for-profit business apply for funding to start or expand a private business?
No. The announcement explains that EDA is not authorized to award grants directly to for-profit entities seeking to start or expand a private business. It notes that such requests may be redirected to state or local agencies or nonprofit economic development organizations in the region.
Is there a cost share or matching requirement?
Yes. This opportunity includes a cost sharing (matching) requirement. Applicants should plan to contribute a portion of project costs from non-federal sources, consistent with EDA requirements under the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 (PWEDA) and EDA regulations (including 13 C.F.R. 300.3).
What is the funding activity category?
The funding activity category is listed as "Other" with a regional development focus, reflecting EDA's role in supporting place-based economic development strategies and capacity across regions.
When was the opportunity posted?
The posting date listed for this opportunity is June 24, 2009.
Were applications accepted on a rolling basis?
Yes. The announcement indicates applications were accepted on a continuing basis and processed as received, reflecting a rolling intake and review during the active period.
What are the closing and archive dates listed for this opportunity?
The original closing date is listed as September 30, 2010, and the current closing date as January 21, 2011. The archive date is March 31, 2011.
Which CFDA program numbers are associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is associated with multiple CFDA program numbers reflecting EDA's broader suite of investments, including planning support (11.302), technical assistance (11.303), and related EDA assistance programs such as public works and economic adjustment.
Does this announcement mention other, separate EDA funding opportunities?
Yes. The announcement notes that EDA posted a separate FY 2011 Federal Funding Opportunity (dated October 14, 2010) for Public Works, Economic Adjustment Assistance, and the Global Climate Change Mitigation Incentive Fund Programs under a different opportunity number (EDA10142010EDAP).
Will there be a separate FY 2011 announcement for Planning and Local Technical Assistance?
Yes. The announcement states that EDA expected to publish a FY 2011 Planning and Local Technical Assistance funding announcement specific to those programs shortly thereafter, and that applicants should watch for an updated, program-specific solicitation.
Who should be contacted for access issues with the full announcement?
For access issues with the full announcement, the contact listed is Lindsey Pangretic at grants@eda.doc.gov.
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